At Vesper Mushrooms, we’ve been on a thrilling ride of growth and evolution over the past couple of years—thanks in large part to meeting people face to face and sharing our passion for functional mushroom extracts. Our Ohio community has always held a special place in our hearts, so we decided it was time to meet everyone in Cleveland and Cincinnati to talk about the incredible benefits of mushrooms, our work perfecting those extracts, and our shop back home, The MushRoomPDX.
We kicked off our Ohio visit with the Greater Cincinnati Christmas Show, where Jake, our co-owner, represented us. The response in Cincinnati was electric: folks were eager to learn about the wonders of our Lion’s Mane Extract and our quirky Pink Freud Reishi & Lion’s Mane Blend. It quickly became clear that the people of Cincinnati care deeply about their health, and they welcomed talk of immunity and cognitive benefits with open arms. Bolstered by Jake’s enthusiastic reports, we couldn’t wait to head north to Cleveland.
When Hunter arrived at the legendary I-X Center for the Cleveland Christmas Connection, the energy was just as exciting—but started out slower than expected. Positioned in a less-visible area, we worried we might not reach all the Clevelanders eager for some mushroom knowledge. After a quiet first day, Hunter knew it was time to shake things up. He moved our booth to a higher-traffic spot, and it was like flipping a switch: suddenly, crowds were stopping by in droves, ready to discover our Reishi Extract, the bold flavors of Lion’s Mane, and other double-extracted and triple-extracted mushroom goodies. We shared stories, laughs, and tips for harnessing the natural power of mushrooms—and we met hundreds of wonderful people along the way.
These experiences confirmed what we’ve always believed: functional mushrooms can benefit anyone, anywhere—whether in Portland, Cincinnati, or Cleveland. Our success in Ohio was all about connection, conversation, and collaboration. Now, we’re just getting started! Look for us at future events in Ohio and beyond, or reach out and invite us to your hometown. We’ll pack up our Lion’s Mane, Reishi, Pink Freud, and more, then hit the road to help spread the good news about these incredible organisms. Together, we can grow the world’s appreciation for mushrooms—one city at a time.
